Covid 19 Severity ACE2
ACE2, a protein in our body, is crucial for SARS-CoV-2, the COVID-19 virus, to enter cells. It’s found in organs like lungs and heart.
Impact of Gene Variants
Genetic variations in the ACE2 gene can influence susceptibility to SARS-CoV-2 infection.
Ways to Recognize Problems
COVID-19 symptoms range from mild to severe. High levels of ACE2 in plasma have been linked to worse outcomes.
Ways to Improve
Modulating ACE2 expression and Vitamin C supplementation could potentially improve COVID-19 outcomes.
Did you know
ACE2 binding to SARS-CoV-2 is 10~20-fold higher than that of SARS-CoV, explaining the severity of COVID-19.
